This advanced programme provides participants with in-depth technical knowledge and hands-on skills to respond to complex hazardous material (HAZMAT) incidents in line with NFPA 1072 standards.
Learners will go beyond defensive strategies and operate at an offensive level, capable of identifying, containing, and mitigating chemical hazards.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Analyse hazardous situations using the A.P.I.E. (Analyze, Plan, Implement, Evaluate) response model.

• Identify and assess the physical and chemical behaviour of hazardous materials (flammability, reactivity, toxicity, etc.).

• Operate detection and monitoring instruments, perform sampling, and interpret readings.

• Develop incident action plans and site safety plans under an Incident Command System (ICS).

• Select and use advanced PPE (including Level A ensembles and SCBA) effectively.

• Perform product control operations such as plugging, patching, vapour suppression, and overpacking.

• Establish control zones and implement decontamination procedures for personnel and equipment.

• Coordinate response operations involving multiple teams and agencies.

• Conduct scenario-based drills involving fire, chemical leaks, and victim rescue with decontamination.

• Evaluate and document post-incident actions for continuous improvement.

The course includes extensive theoretical sessions, hands-on practice, and scenario-based learning covering complex cases such as multi-hazard releases and mass decontamination.

This programme is designed for individuals who have prior exposure to hazardous material awareness or operations-level training and are ready to advance into technical response roles:

• HAZMAT Response Team Members

• Industrial Workers managing or handling hazardous materials

• Safety Officers and Managers overseeing hazardous material response plans

• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professionals

• Emergency Response Team (ERT) Members

• Personnel involved in industrial safety, emergency management, or environmental protection

Prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of hazardous materials and emergency response principles.

• Familiarity with PPE such as chemical suits, gloves, respiratory protection, and SCBA.

• Must be physically fit to perform hands-on drills and strenuous response activities.

Chemical incidents are among the most dangerous emergencies in industrial environments. This training ensures technicians can take offensive-level action to protect lives, property, and the environment.
Key reasons it matters:

• Equips responders to control and neutralise hazardous releases, not just contain them.

• Builds regulatory compliance and reduces operational liability.

• Strengthens inter-departmental coordination and command structure during emergencies.

• Promotes a strong safety culture and readiness for large-scale incidents.

• Helps organisations reduce risk exposure and maintain safe operations.

Organisations benefit from a skilled, certified workforce capable of managing complex HAZMAT emergencies with confidence and professionalism.